Senior Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer

Senior MPI Engineer – Job DescriptionThe primary role of the Senior MPI Engineer is to implement and lead standardization & continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, service, quality or cost. This position will have a focus on manufacturing process improvement. The incumbent will provide process expertise and support to the plants and will participate on and/or lead process Best Practice Teams to ensure horizontal expansion of best practices across AFNA.What You Get to DoImplementation of standardization & CI initiativesProvide process support of key manufacturing processes across plantsIdentify and lead implementation of cost takeout opportunities through waste reduction, material substitutions and equipment modifications. These may be plant specific or across several plantsLead and participate in continuous improvement projects to achieve business objectives including participation in teams within the business and functional areasManage and/or lead project teams that deliver a minimum of $1.0MM in cost savings per yearAssist in generating reporting tools and progress reporting for assigned business areaSupport the efforts of the divisional MPI team as necessarySupport the efforts of Plant Engineering and Plant Departments in associated projects and teamsCommunicate the status of CI projects, including: progress reports, identifying barriers and recommended solutions, integration with other projects or other CI initiativesPartner in analyzing and recommending changes in technology to better position the businessResponsible for execution of assigned CI projects and overall delivery of metric improvement and benefits for the assigned business, resulting in the achievement of strategic business objectives and goals; also responsible for identifying projects that may lead to better processes, quality & savingsImplement various process standards such as: start-up and shut-down, resign transitions, troubleshooting techniques, resin handling, machine standard operating conditions, QA standardsUnderstand and support the CI methodology in all project and teams assignedCoach/mentor new process engineers and training of other team membersEngage with the plant and business unit leadership on projectsAble to generate and implement critical manufacturing technology standards of operationAble to generate and implement critical operational methods or standard work for process engineers and operators to followLead process standardization efforts for safety, service, quality and costAttainment of KPI goals, cost savings, etc. as defined by plant operational efficiencies and outputWhat We ValueResults orientation - highCollaborative relationships - highCommunication skills - written/oral - highAnalytical skills/problem solving - highBusiness Acumen - mediumChange and Thought Leadership - mediumCritical thinking & Conflict resolution - mediumWhat We Want From You7-10 years professional experience in a manufacturing organizationBachelor's degree is required, engineering or industrial technology preferredTraining and experience in Lean methodologies, Black/Green belt and Kaizens.Demonstrated ability to problem solve across a variety of business processesThorough understanding of business processes and process improvementExceptional analytical, interpersonal and communication skillsProven ability to achieve results through teams and perform effectively in a diverse work groupAbility to generate new ideasWorks proficiently with Microsoft Office with an aptitude for learning additional computer applicationsBenefitsMedical, dental and vision plansFlexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employeesCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing program & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster#J-18808-Ljbffr